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Mar 27, 2024pigletkwon rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Where the Crawdads Sing Age Rating: 14+ ★★★★★ "Where the Crawdads Sing" is a perfect blend of mystery, romance, and coming-of-age set against the backdrop of the marshes of North Carolina. With its lush prose and atmospheric setting, this…
Mar 11, 2024
A page turning, compelling drama 'Where the Crawdads Sing' is an addictive story of survival.
Mar 07, 2024Chantalh03 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Loved this book. The ending was unexpected- I couldn't put it down
Jan 23, 2024tennillecampbell rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Very good
Jan 12, 2024FENR8R rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
I'll admit it, I saw the movie first. To that point, the movie is quite faithful to the book in terms of plot and vibe - which is rare in a film adaptation. As to the book itself, I liked it. Kya is an interesting character with an…
Jan 08, 2024
"Perfect pick for a book club, which is how I came to read it. Now I'll watch the movie..." --Patron Review from Britt, Dimond Branch
Jan 06, 2024definitelynotAI rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Now where are all my Little House on the Prarie books?
Dec 27, 2023Chelsea999 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I could not set this book down, this was a fantastic read. The story was so sad but so beautiful how she managed to overcome. If anyone's thinking of reading this, you should definitely pick it up!
Dec 04, 2023mlenhart rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent book. I had a hard time getting into but I am thankful I stuck with it because I loved the story. Now I am looking forward to watching the movie to see how it compares.
Nov 28, 2023smbowen8 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Really good story...sad, happy and everything in between. I watched the movie too and it was great as well!
Nov 08, 2023Weiss2 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
It's readable and well-written, but no soul in it. Human animal story.
Oct 25, 2023juliades13 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Great read. Engrossing. Does not disappoint.
Oct 08, 2023Lombardozzi15209 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I absolutely loved this book! I could not put it down and I found myself having to know how it ends. It pulls at your heartstrings while keeping on the edge of your seat.
Sep 24, 2023Spillie rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
A heartbreaking story that shows both sides of humanity - the cruel, prejudiced, and hateful side and the kind, gentle, and loving side as well. Parts of Kya reminded me of the character Honey Ryder from the movie Dr. No. She is strong,…
Sep 23, 2023yubiinkim rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Delia Owens’ novel Where the Crawdads Sing is an emotion-turning sensation that brings readers into a world where they can feel and see the setting that Owens pictures. The silent swamp, the airy feeling of solitude, and within it all, the…
Aug 30, 2023HPL_Teen_Volunteer1 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Delia Owens' 2018 masterpiece, Where the Crawdads Sing, invites readers into a world where mystery, romance, and self-discovery intertwine. Set in the marshes of North Carolina, Owens tells the tale of Kya Clark, known as the Marsh Girl,…
Aug 28, 2023Bzz739 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Delia Owen's really knows how to make descriptions so clear and vibrant. By far, my favorite part of this book was how easily I could invision the environment and characters. So beautifully written. My only criticism is that the book…
Aug 27, 2023alane10 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent from the beginning. Movie was a let down after reading. Young girl grows up in the marsh and has to learn how to do everything own her own after her family leaves her to fend for herself.
Aug 04, 2023Ireadtoomanybooks rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
After reading this book I immediately watched the movie and summed up my review. I normally would consider this a compelling sad survival story, but we don’t get enough of Kya’s emotional damage in the book. Her entire family abandoned her…
Aug 01, 2023
RETURNED 8-24-23 DUE 8-29-23 CHECKED OUT 8-8-23 ON HOLD 8-7-23 LARGE PRINT version Doug recommended.
Jul 24, 2023Liselara rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
The only reason that I chose this murder/mystery at the library was because of the hype. The story is about child who is abandoned by her parents and all of her siblings, to live alone in a rundown shack in a marsh, with no running…
Jul 08, 2023chicagobluesman rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I went into this book without any knowledge of the story but that it was one of the most read books on Amazon. Awesome. Great story. Incredible color of the NC coastal communities.
Jul 07, 2023jimrcessna rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
The title was appropriate to the story!
Jul 03, 2023rnash115 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Very slow start, but then it picked up and I couldn't put it down. Great book!
Jul 01, 2023PR_16 rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Average book. Great but I don't understand the crazy hype around it.